Sports

Abhishek Sharma crowned ICC Men's Player of the Month for Sep

The Indian opener's consistency and fearless play have quickly made him one of the most exciting talents in world cricket, and he was thrilled to claim the award ahead of teammate Kuldeep Yadav and Zimbabwe's Brian Bennett. During the tournament, he topped the run-charts with 314 runs in six innings at an average of 44.85 and a strike rate of 200.00, with three fifties and a best score of 75.

2025-10-16T11:47:30.126467+00:00 IST

India set to host World Boxing Cup Finals from November 14

Hosted by India for the first time, the week-long spectacle will bring together elite boxers, including 2025 stage winners, as they compete for the coveted World Boxing Cup trophy--marking one of the most prestigious events on the international boxing calendar, as per a press release from the Boxing Federation of India (BFI).

2025-10-16T11:12:12.769085+00:00 IST

Has to focus on his performance: Mishra on Rohit

Former leg-spinner Amit Mishra believes that being relieved of the captaincy burden could turn into an asset for veteran opener Rohit Sharma during his return to the international circuit in the first ODI against Australia on Sunday.

2025-10-16T09:34:05.931658+00:00 IST

Dhoni as captain, wicketkeeper was above everyone else: Parthiv

Former wicketkeeper batter Parthiv Patel believes there is no comparison between 'Captain Cool' MS Dhoni and former Sri Lanka maestro Kumar Sangakkara, as the legendary Indian was "above everyone else" as a wicketkeeper and captain.

2025-10-16T09:03:49.772876+00:00 IST

Kane Williamson joins Lucknow Super Giants as strategic advisor

New Zealand batting stalwart Kane Williamson has joined Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) as a strategic advisor ahead of the Indian Premier League's (IPL) next edition.

2025-10-16T09:03:19.154427+00:00 IST

PKL 12: Gujarat Giants coach urges team to find consistency

Reflecting on his team's performance, Gujarat Giants assistant coach, Virender Singh, said, as quoted from a press release from PKL, "Our defenders played their part and Himanshu played his role brilliantly as a raider, scoring points for us regularly. We had a healthy lead, and we let them back in the game slightly. We'll address that. However, the most important thing for us was to get the win."

2025-10-16T09:01:12.753898+00:00 IST

Jaishankar delighted about Ahmedabad as host city of CWG 2030

The Executive Board of Commonwealth Sport revealed that it has recommended Ahmedabad as the host city for the Centenary edition of the Commonwealth Games. For Jaishankar, hosting the tournament is a proud moment for the entire nation and a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for sports.

2025-10-16T07:44:38.508171+00:00 IST

Cricket

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Tiigers of Kolkata seal playoff berth with 2-wicket win over Hyde

Tiigers of Kolkata closed out their league stage campaign with a 2-wicket win over Hyderabad in their final league fixture of the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL).

2026-02-03T09:27:57.252750+00:00 IST

Amarnath appointed HCA president after Ombudsman’s order

Amarnath has been appointed as the new president of the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) following official orders issued by the Ombudsman.

2026-02-03T08:38:31.965782+00:00 IST

“Really unfortunate”: Cummins on missing out on T20 World Cup

Australia's Test and ODI captain Pat Cummins revealed how narrowly he missed out on joining the Aussies' ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 squad, as the he aims to return from injury in time for a demanding Test schedule later this year, as per the ICC website, quoting the Australian Associated Press (AAP).

2026-02-03T07:26:49.741047+00:00 IST

Tennis

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Wimbledon: Kvitova races past Sasnovich into round three

Petra Kvitova extended her winning streak to seven after dropping just four games to claim a third-round spot, clinching a victory over Sasnovich in a match that lasted for 74 minutes.

2023-07-07T15:28:51.472855+00:00 IST

Wimbledon: Badosa-Tsitsipas withdraw from mixed doubles

Badosa was due to team with Stefanos Tsitsipas for the first time at Wimbledon.

2023-07-07T15:28:27.803078+00:00 IST

Wimbledon: Garcia, Bencic, Vekic advance to Round three

Garcia could have been upset in a shocker of a match, but escaped with a 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 (10-6) victory.

2023-07-07T05:43:18.121768+00:00 IST

Others

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India continues impressive run at Badminton Asia U17, U15 C'ships

In the U-17 girls' singles, Lakshya Rajesh and Diksha Sudhakar turned in solid displays to storm into the pre-quarters. Lakshya eased past Chinese Taipei's Kuan Yi Lin 21-17, 21-11, while Diksha produced a strong comeback to beat China's Luo Ya Ru 17-21, 21-16, 21-11. Among the boys, Jagsher Singh Khangurra impressed with a commanding 21-14, 21-17 victory over China's Zhang Yu Feng, as per a press release from the Badminton Association of India (BAI).

2025-10-23T08:12:55.325989+00:00 IST

MYAS invites public feedback on three sets of draft

The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports has drafted three sets of draft Rules, namely, Draft National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies) Rules, Draft National Sports Governance (National Sports Board) Rules, and Draft National Sports Governance (National Sports Tribunal) Rules.

2025-10-23T06:43:39.534085+00:00 IST

Anand inaugurates global chess league experience center

Tech Mahindra has launched the Global Chess League (GCL) Experience Centre at its U.S. headquarters in Plano, Dallas. Viswanathan Anand, five-time World Chess Champion, inaugurated the centre, marking a significant milestone in Tech Mahindra's mission to combine technology, innovation, and the spirit of chess

2025-10-23T06:20:35.820311+00:00 IST

Football

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Defender to set-piece threat: Transformation of Subhasish Bose

A defensive rock for Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG), Subhasish Bose has been a key figure as the Mariners (MBSG) push to become the first Indian Super League (ISL) side to retain the League Shield. While his defensive skills have always been top-notch, this season has seen him emerge as a serious attacking threat, especially from set-pieces, as per the official website of ISL.

2025-02-15T04:04:48.906645+00:00 IST

Hyderabad FC coach points to second-half errors in HFC's loss

Hyderabad FC (HFC) interim head coach Shameel Chembakath underscored their second-half errors, which led to a 1-3 defeat against Odisha FC (OFC) in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Friday.

2025-02-15T02:53:10.870242+00:00 IST

Lobera lauds Odisha FC's team effort in comeback win over HFC

Hyderabad FC (HFC) took the lead in the first half through Stefan Sapic, but Lobera's men came out with renewed determination after the break. Within five minutes, they turned the game around with goals from Mourtada Fall and Hugo Boumous, and Rahim Ali sealed the victory with a third in the 70th minute.

2025-02-15T02:44:34.146211+00:00 IST

Hockey

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Players are focused on winning tournament: Vandana Uikey

Hockey Madhya Pradesh will take on Chhattisgarh Hockey in the 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship 2024 opener

2024-03-09T07:50:33.817063+00:00 IST

"Failing to qualify for Olympics was heartbreaking": Savita Punia

The top three hockey teams from the eight-nation tournament could secure a spot at the upcoming Olympics. Along with Japan, the USA and Germany sealed their spots for the Summer Games.

2024-03-07T20:03:08.591070+00:00 IST

"We are working hard": India hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh

India goalkeeper PR Sreejesh stated that the team is working hard and qualifying for the quarter-finals will be a major thing for the team in the upcoming Paris Olympics.

2024-03-07T19:33:58.895659+00:00 IST

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Cricket

Watson outlines massive challenge for Rohit, Virat

While Watson believes a warm reception awaits the batting bigwigs in Australia, he outlined the challenge that the duo could encounter while being just a one-format player. He predicted the end of India's flawless run in ODIs this year.

2025-10-16T07:17:15.413595+00:00 IST

Cricket

England to win 3-1: Harmison drops bold prediction for Ashes

Australia's tormentor in the 2005 Ashes, former speedster Steve Harmison, has predicted that England's talismanic batter, Joe Root, will break his century hoodoo down under and be fundamental to bringing the urn home for the first time since 2015.

2025-10-16T06:30:40.714152+00:00 IST

Cricket

Virat Kohli drops cryptic post days before international return

India's batting mainstay Virat Kohli dropped a cryptic post about failure days before making his international return during the first ODI against Australia in Perth on Sunday.

2025-10-16T05:23:49.349685+00:00 IST

Football

Head coach Tuchel confirms to hold talks with Bellingham

England head coach Jude Bellingham Thomas Tuchel confirmed he would speak to star midfielder Jude Bellingham before selecting the squad for World Cup Qualifiers fixtures in November, after leaving him on the sidelines for the recently concluded fixtures.

2025-10-16T05:02:35.218535+00:00 IST

Cricket

"Need to be very smart": Ishan Kishan reveals ambition

Out-of-favour India batter Ishan Kishan is focused on the present and wants to enjoy every opportunity that falls his way, irrespective of the level of cricket he is playing in.

2025-10-16T04:19:47.551189+00:00 IST

Cricket

Aakash Chopra picks India's playing XI for first ODI against AUS

Former cricketer-turned commentator Aakash Chopra prophesied India's final XI for the ODI series opener against Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth on Sunday and surprisingly omitted a couple of key starters.

2025-10-16T03:29:35.506801+00:00 IST

Others

Akshay Gupta finishes on podium in Nürburgring NLS season finale

Indian endurance racer Akshay Gupta capped off a turbulent season with a hard-fought 3rd-place finish in the VT2-F+4WD class at the 10th and final round of the 2025 ADAC Nurburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS).

2025-10-15T21:17:02.104142+00:00 IST

Cricket

Kohli was training during big lay-off that he had: Karthik

Ahead of the ODI series against Australia, former India cricketer and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) mentor Dinesh Karthik has revealed that stalwart batter Virat Kohli is determined to make a comeback for the 2027 World Cup, having resumed regular training during his recent break in London.

2025-10-15T20:56:13.397626+00:00 IST

Others

Sen and Satwik-Chirag storm into second round of Denmark Open

Indian men's singles shuttler Lakshya Sen and men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won their respective games in the opening round of the Denmark Open 2025 and marched into the pre-quarterfinals of the competition.

2025-10-15T20:19:10.475427+00:00 IST

Others

Bhupendra Patel lauds Ahmedabad’s 2030 CWG bid

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel expressed pride after Ahmedabad was recommended as the proposed host city for the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games, calling it a historic milestone towards making the city the "Sporting Capital of India."

2025-10-15T20:18:46.744380+00:00 IST

Others

India recommended to host 2030 Commonwealth Games

In a significant boost to the country's sports ecosystem, India has been recommended the hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, with Ahmedabad, Gujarat, recommended as the host city for the Centenary Edition of the Games, according to an official press release.

2025-10-15T19:48:25.942809+00:00 IST

Others

China sweep men’s and women’s team finals to claim double gold

China once again underlined its dominance in world table tennis, completing a sensational double by capturing both the men's and women's team championships in commanding style. The victories not only reinforced China's unrivalled depth and consistency across genders but also showcased the nation's next generation of stars rising to the occasion against their regional rivals, as per a release from Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI).

2025-10-15T19:47:35.048002+00:00 IST

Cricket

Hosts announce strong squad for Hong Kong Sixes 2025

Hosts Hong Kong, China announced their squad for the Hong Kong Sixes 2025, scheduled to be held from November 7-9 this year at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, Hong Kong.

2025-10-15T19:46:44.754904+00:00 IST

Cricket

Afghanistan Cricket Board name squad for Hong Kong Sixes 2025

The Afghanistan Cricket Board named its seven-man squad for the Hong Kong Sixes tournament, which is scheduled to be played from November 7 to 9, at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, Hong Kong, as per a release from Hong Kong Sixes.

2025-10-15T19:46:02.679324+00:00 IST